Connectivity Typical 433mhz devices 1 1 1 *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 1 1 1

Connectivity 433mhz is not the same as 433mhz… • 433.42 mhz = RTS, specific brand Somfy • 433.92 mhz = Standard, mostly used Used in the USA, Australia, Europe, China *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 2 2 2

Connectivity RFXCOM • Made in the Netherlands • CE certified • Active firmware development • High quality hardware • Supports the largest set of devices • Supported by all major Home Automation systems *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 3 3 3

Connectivity RFLink • Made in the Netherlands • Based on already available hardware • Open-source • More protocols than any other solution • Multiple frequencies (433mhz, 868mhz, 2.4Ghz) • Multiple home automation platforms • Less support for established brands *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 4 4 4

Connectivity 433 MHz Technology – Advantages • Cheap end-devices • Lower Frequency than other modules • Operating at 315-434 MHz (mostly just 433Mhz) • Low power and very low data rates (6.9 Kbps) • One channel, modulation: ASK • Good range, covers distance 300 meters (outdoor) • Crowded spectrum (lots of interference) *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 5 5 5

Connectivity 433 MHz Technology – Disadvantages • Cheap, mostly inferior quality technology • RFXCOM is relative expansive • RFLink alternative is cheaper… • Crowded spectrum (lots of interference) • No feedback • Not reliable *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 6 6 6

Connectivity Connect the RFXCOM • Connect the RFXCom to a free USB port • Install it as a hardware device: *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 7 7 7

Connectivity RFXCOM Connected • Click on SET MODE to configure 8 8 8 *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 8 8 8

Connectivity Configure supported protocols / devices • Click on SET MODE to configure *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 9 9 9

Connectivity Configure supported protocols / devices • Selected your desired protocols (you can always change this) *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 10 10 10

Connectivity New devices being detected & automatically added (in disabled state) LAST SEEN = YOUR BEST FRIEND *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 11 11 11

Connectivity New devices being detected & automatically added (in disabled state) ID = Unique Hardware ID *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 12 12 12

Connectivity By default, Domoticz keeps adding everything it finds. It is wise to configure disable “Accept new Hardware Devices” and use the “Allow for 5 minutes” button to add new devices. *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 13 13 13

Connectivity Once you enable new devices, you can find them in Domoticz. With the RFXCOM, you can manage a lot of devices by default, without additional configuration. *Recently parts of the protocol became open source as of 2016: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave **http://z-wave.sigmadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Z-Wave-Security-White-Paper.pdf 14 14 14